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Put your business analysis skills to the test in Brisbane on 1 October in this fast-paced, hands-on workshop, designed to give you a taste of what's to come at FoBA Brisbane. Work in teams to tackle a real-world business challenge, design a solution and pitch your idea to the Sharks.

About the Event

Get a taste of FoBA Brisbane 2026 before the main event.

Inspired by this year’s theme, Adapt. Align. Accelerate., this high-energy workshop puts your business analysis skills to the test.

Work in teams to crack a real-world challenge, challenge the status quo, design a practical solution and build a pitch worth backing.

Explore how people, process, data, technology and AI can come together to create real business value.

Then face the Sharks.

Pitch it. Defend it. Win it.

Find the problem. Shape the future. Sell the solution.

Consider it your preview of what’s coming at FoBA Brisbane 2026.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the workshop, you’ll have had the opportunity to:

  • Spot and frame a business problem or opportunity worth solving
  • Map the As-Is to uncover pain points, gaps and opportunities
  • Explore solutions across people, process, data and technology
  • Design a practical Future State / To-Be
  • Link your solution to clear customer, employee and business value
  • Test your idea for feasibility, risk and responsible implementation
  • Build and deliver a compelling Shark Tank-style pitch
  • Respond confidently to challenging stakeholder questions
IIBA Members can record up to 2 Continuing Development Units (CDUs) for attending this event. 

Event Agenda (approx. timings)

  • 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM: Networking
  • 5:30 PM - 7:15 PM: Workshop & Presentation
  • 7:15 PM - 8:00 PM: Awards, Closing & Post-Event Networking

Tickets 

Access to this event is available to registered attendees only. Please use the ‘Register’ link at the top of this page to secure your place.

  • IIBA Member: $10 
    • Please login to the Member Area before proceeding through checkout to access the Member price
  • Non-Member: $20

Come solo or bring your crew.

  • Individual registration — we’ll match you with a team
  • Group registration — register with up to 5 people

Limited spots available. Registration closes 25 September — or earlier if sold out.

Don’t miss your chance to step into the Tank, test your thinking and compete for the winning prize.

Facilitator

James Millett, Business Analysis Director, Australian Taxation Office

Sharks

Melissa-Jo Wides, Analysis Manager (Chapter Lead), Suncorp
Gareth Jones, General Manager - Service and Practice, Business Analysis (BAPL)
Sharee Bartlett, Partner, KordaMentha

Thank you to our Sponsor: Randstad Digital

Thank you to Randstad Digital for providing the venue and catering to make this event happen.
 
Randstad Digital is a leading recruitment and HR solutions partner, connecting businesses with skilled talent across a wide range of industries. With a strong local presence backed by global expertise, Randstad Digital supports organisations with temporary, permanent, and contract staffing, as well as workforce management and HR consulting. Known for its people‑first approach, the team focuses on building long‑term relationships and delivering tailored solutions that help both employers and job seekers thrive in Queensland’s dynamic job market.
Where
Level 19, 345 Queens Street
Brisbane City, QLD 4000
Australia
Organizers

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IIBA Australia
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